Well, not only was vacation incredible, but I came back to find an acceptance from Quantum Barbarian for my short-story, "Ma, Gin and Bug-Eyed Monsters." Coupled with a non-fiction sale to Neverary, that brings the total up to seventeen for the year.

The camping trip was spectacular. Three full days of sunshine and many, many great friends makes for long-lasting memories. Thank you all again for a fabulous time.

And no, the racoon gang did not make a reappearance. I guess they learned their lesson the first time. One should never mess with a delusional writer. It just annoys the raccoons and makes the writer look stupid. :-)

Joseph Haines, signing off from The Edge of the Abyss.